GMC cracks down on eateries, slaps fine for hygiene breach
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Guwahati: Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has ramped up its enforcement efforts against eateries and meat shops, slapping fines totaling in lakhs for breaches of hygiene and safety standards.
This intensified crackdown aims to enforce public health regulations and uphold cleanliness across the city.
On Tuesday, the GMC's veterinary and enforcement branches conducted inspections in Chandmari, Bamunimaidam, Hatigarh Chariali, Narengi, and Satgaon. They scrutinized over 38 meat shops, imposing a Rs 20,000 fine for hygiene violations.
GMC assistant commissioner Gitanjali Pathak said, "The health and veterinary branches of GMC are conducting regular monitoring and surprise inspections of eateries and meat shops to ensure compliance with hygiene norms.
These checks are being carried out to safeguard public health and ensure that customers who buy or consume food from these establishments are protected."
Pathak said while some establishments adhere to GMC Act standards, many fall short, with common infractions including poor waste management and inadequate cleanliness.
The crackdown began last Friday with a raid on a Paltan Bazar hotel, resulting in a Rs 1,50,000 fine for multiple violations, including improper food storage and lack of a valid trade licence. Subsequently, two fast food outlets in Birubari were fined Rs 8,000 for similar offences.
GMC has issued stern warnings to several shop owners, demanding immediate improvements in facilities and food-handling practices. Repeat offenders face the threat of harsher penalties.
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